The Bank of Mom and Dad

Homeownership signifies that you have become a fully functional adult. You’re no longer a child or immature. Also, homeownership indicates that mom and dad have money. A new study reveals that 27 percent of first-time homeowners received money from relatives or friends for their down payment, up 24 percent from last year and likely to…

Great News for All Us Poors!

Ty Fisher With the government shutdown, the residual effects of the Great Recession still looming and wages still stagnant for the past 20 years, there is a good chance you are broke and in major debt. Turn that frown upside down, because I have some great news! LOL, J/K! Rent Is Up 3% From Last…

Diaries of the Unemployed (Part II)

When we last got together, I was freshly unemployed. I was a little worried due to the statistics that are out there. At the same time, I was a little optimistic since I have a 15-week severance package. Well, six weeks have come and gone, so it’s time to start Part 2 of Diaries of…